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SUMMARY:CIIFER: Zero Day
DESCRIPTION:CIIFER: ZERO DAY is CASC’s new basic digital evidence course for prosecutors and law enforcement. Immediately preceding CASC’s annual CIIFER electronic evidence conference\, ZERO DAY is a one-day\, basic course to introduce basic legal and technical concepts to newcomers to digital evidence collection. The program will include prosecutor and law enforcement instructors. Registration is open to prosecutors and law enforcement who are seeking very basic instruction on the fundamental legal and technical concepts involved in collecting and analyzing digital evidence. \nAttendees will be responsible for making and paying for their own hotel reservation\, and CASC will not be reimbursing travel expenses. \nClick here to register. \nFor more information\, contact Elliott J. Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/ciifer-zero-day/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230406
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
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SUMMARY:Spring Institute 2023
DESCRIPTION:The Spring Institute program agenda is a multi-track continuing legal education program offering up to 18 hours of live MCLE credits\, emphasizing ethics\, recent legislative enactments\, recent judicial decisions\, current developments in criminal law. Attendance is open to all Virginia prosecutors. \nClick here to register for 2023 Spring Institute. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/spring-institute-2023/
LOCATION:–\, Norfolk\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230406
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20221229T180303Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom Limited Simulcast - 2023 Spring Institute
DESCRIPTION:CASC is offering a limited simulcast of the 2023 Spring Institute.  We will be simulcasting ONLY the General Sessions and Track A.   \nAny Virginia prosecutor may attend the 2023 Spring Institute in person or via the Zoom limited simulcast.  You may not register for both.   If you already have registered to attend the 2023 Spring Institute and you would like to switch to the limited Zoom simulcast option\, you may do so\, but your in-person registration will be cancelled.   This decision will be final and you will not be able to change. \nCASC needs to know well in advance how many people will attend Spring Institute online or in-person.  Registration for the limited Zoom simulcast option will be open until Wednesday\, March 1\, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.\n \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/zoom-limited-simulcast-2023-spring-institute/
LOCATION:Online\, ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230527
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20220927T174004Z
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UID:1661-1684627200-1685145599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Investigation and Prosecution of Drug Cases ("TOP GUN XXIX")
DESCRIPTION:TOP GUN is an intensive\, workshop-style\, interactive training course on the prosecution of drug cases\, one of CASC’s longest running programs having been offered since 1992\, now in its 28th year! Attendance is limited to 20 teams\, each of which consists of a prosecutor and a law enforcement investigator from a given jurisdiction. This program covers the latest developments in the law\, the criminal practices used\, and the latest illegal drug types and their usage. The training will be held in Williamsburg. This is a five-day program which begins on the afternoon of Sunday\, May 21 and ends on Friday\, May 26 at noon. There is no tuition: housing\, a private hotel room will be provided to attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site\, and all meals are either provided or reimbursed. Mileage to and from the program is not covered. \nACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Upon completion of the online registration a link to download an application will be emailed to each team member to be completed and returned to CASC. \nFor more information\, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/investigation-and-prosecution-of-drug-cases-top-gun-xxix/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230610
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
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UID:1664-1685836800-1686355199@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Trial Advocacy Program
DESCRIPTION:The Trial Advocacy Program is an intensive five-day program offered for Commonwealth’s Attorneys and their Assistants at all levels of experience\, offering approximately 25 CLE hours. Attendees spend approximately 8 hours at lectures and demonstrations given by prosecutors and physicians covering medical\, legal and tactical aspects of the prosecution of child abusers\, focusing on abusive head trauma cases. The remaining time is spent in small workshop groups discussing and practicing case analysis\, trial strategy\, opening statements\, direct examination\, cross-examination and closing argument in the context of a hypothetical abusive head trauma case. Attendees will be assigned to workshop groups. Wednesday afternoon is free time.  Attendance is limited to 40 students. Lodging is provided and all meals are provided or reimbursed at the state per diem rate. Travel to and from the training is not covered. \nACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Upon completion of the online registration a link to download an application will be emailed to you to be completed and returned to CASC by March 15\, 2023.  Attendance at all sessions of the program is mandatory. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/trial-advocacy-program-5/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230803
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230807
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20220616T202246Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Summer Conference
DESCRIPTION:The VACA 83nd Annual Summer Conference will be held August 3 – August 6\, 2023 at the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront.\n \nThis single-track continuing legal education program offering approximately 12.0 MCLE credits is open to all Virginia prosecutors. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/annual-summer-conference-3/
LOCATION:–\, Charlottesville\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230826
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SUMMARY:Prosecutor Bootcamp: A Comprehensive Training for the New Prosecutor
DESCRIPTION:Prosecutor Bootcamp is a week-long intensive training for the new prosecutor. This program is open to prosecutors with three years or less experience. Specific topics to be covered include trial skills\, evidentiary issues\, practice in General District and Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court\, work-life balance\, and legal writing\, among others. \nLodging will be provided for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the program venue.  Meals will be provided or reimbursed\, but mileage to and from the program is not covered. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive a confirmation email with further details. This training is limited to 30 students who will be accepted on a first come\, first served basis\, with a preference for one attendee per jurisdiction. Multiple attendees from the same jurisdiction will be considered if space is available. \nProsecutor Bootcamp will be held twice in 2023\, January 29 – February 3 and August 20 – 25. Please use the link below to register for the date of your choice.  You may only register for one of the programs. \nFor more information\, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu \n Registration is closed.  Please contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu to be added the waitlist. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/prosecutor-bootcamp-a-comprehensive-training-for-the-new-prosecutor-5/
LOCATION:Virginia Beach\, Virginia Beach\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T235900
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20230626T153932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T025810Z
UID:2012-1695772800-1695945540@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Intensive Human Trafficking Training for Prosecutors and Law Enforcement Officers
DESCRIPTION:DCJS\, CASC and the VSP together are offering a free two-day training to both prosecutors and law enforcement on the Investigation and Prosecution of Human  Trafficking.  It will be held in Williamsburg at the Great Wolf Lodge from September 27 – 28\, 2023. \nThese types of  investigations and prosecutions are very unique.  They require a specific understanding of a nuanced and often misunderstood crime involving a comparatively new law.  Human trafficking cases often are multifaceted and require a complex investigative and prosecutorial skill set.  To effectively build this skill set\, it is imperative that stakeholders receive a solid foundational understanding of human trafficking.  Using a data driven approach\, this program provides practical\, effective training for law enforcement and prosecutors to promote best practices and outcomes in the response to human trafficking. \nThis program\, developed in partnership with the Human Trafficking Institute in Washington D.C.\, will increase the overall awareness and understanding of human trafficking and dispel common myths and misconceptions through the use of data.  Students will leave with an understanding and working knowledge of applicable laws\, as well as a greater ability to identify victims and to complete successful investigations and prosecutions.  A final goal will be to improve Virginia’s collaborative response to combatting this enormous issue. \nThe program is free.  Lodging for two nights (September 26th and 27th) will be provided\, if requested\, for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site.  Free parking is available.  Breakfast and lunch will be provided free of charge both days. Dinner will be on your own and not reimbursed. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility. \nSeats are limited.  By registering to attend\, you are agreeing to attend and participate in the entire two-day program.   CLE’s and PIC credits will be provided. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/intensive/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231007
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
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UID:1949-1696118400-1696636799@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Trauma to Trial
DESCRIPTION:CASC again is offering Trauma to Trial\, our 6-day course on the topic of investigating and prosecuting adult non-stranger sexual assaults.  This year\, for the first time\, there is an opportunity for advocates who work with victims of sexual assault to join the traditional prosecutor/law enforcement team. Both victim witness (system-based) advocates and community-based advocates are eligible to apply as part of a jurisdiction’s team. The training is open to 10 prosecutor/law enforcement/advocate teams.  Jurisdictions may apply with both a system-based and community-based advocate (team of 4) or with just one advocate (team of 3). \nThe program is free.  Lodging for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site and parking will be provided and meals will be reimbursed at state per diem rates. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility. \nSpace is limited to 10 teams. Teams are to be comprised of three or four members from the same jurisdiction. Since there have been substantial changes to the content of this course\, anyone who attended  prior to 2017 may re-apply if they wish to attend again. \nACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Upon completion of the online registration a link to download an application will be emailed to both team members to be completed and returned to CASC. \nFor more information contact Nancy Oglesby\, noglesby@wm.edu. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/trauma-to-trial-3/
LOCATION:Virginia Beach\, Virginia Beach\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240203
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20230822T150236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T231808Z
UID:2042-1706400000-1706918399@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Prosecutor Bootcamp: A Comprehensive Training for the New Prosecutor
DESCRIPTION:Prosecutor Bootcamp is a week-long intensive training for the new prosecutor.  It will be held in Staunton\, Virginia. This program is open to prosecutors with three years or less experience. Specific topics to be covered include trial skills\, evidentiary issues\, practice in General District and Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court\, work-life balance\, and legal writing\, among others. \nLodging will be provided for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the program venue.  Meals will be provided or reimbursed\, but mileage to and from the program is not covered. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive a confirmation email with further details. This training is limited to 30 students who will be accepted on a first come\, first served basis\, with a preference for one attendee per jurisdiction. Multiple attendees from the same jurisdiction will be considered if space is available. \nProsecutor Bootcamp will be held twice in 2024\, January 28 – February 2 and September 22 – 27. \nFor more information\, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/prosecutor-bootcamp-a-comprehensive-training-for-the-new-prosecutor-6/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240210
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20230822T150704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T232011Z
UID:2044-1707004800-1707523199@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Investigation and Prosecution of Intimate Partner Violence ("Guns and Roses")
DESCRIPTION:CASC is offering an intensive 6-day training for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement on investigating and prosecuting intimate partner violence. This course will cover IPV dynamics\, investigation and prosecution strategies\, strangulation\, prosecuting cases with uncooperative victims\, forfeiture by wrongdoing and more. \nThe program is free. Lodging and parking will be provided and meals will be reimbursed at state per diem rates. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility. \nSpace is limited to 12 teams. Teams are to be comprised of one prosecutor and one investigator from the same jurisdiction. \nACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Upon completion of the online registration you will receive an emailed confirmation which includes a link to download the application to be completed and returned to CASC.  \nFor more information\, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/investigation-and-prosecution-of-intimate-partner-violence-guns-and-roses-3/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240215
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20230822T181015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T232043Z
UID:2046-1707609600-1707955199@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:I.M.P.A.C.T.\, Training for the Juvenile & Domestic Relations Prosecutor: Initiating Meaningful Prosecution at Critical Times
DESCRIPTION:A three and one-half day intensive training for the J&DR prosecutor. The program focuses on juvenile court practice & procedure and dealing with juvenile delinquency.   Specific topics to be covered include juvenile brain development\, juvenile trials & sentencing options\, DJJ length of stay guidelines\, substance abuse and juveniles\, transfer/certification issues\, juvenile sex-offenders and competency issues. \nLodging will be provided for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training venue.  Meals will be provided or reimbursed\, but mileage to and from the program is not covered. \nOnce you’ve registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. This training is limited to 25 students who will be accepted on a first come\, first served basis\, with preference for one attendee per jurisdiction. Multiple attendees from the same jurisdiction will be considered if space is available. \nFor more information\, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/i-m-p-a-c-t-training-for-the-juvenile-domestic-relations-prosecutor-initiating-meaningful-prosecution-at-critical-times-4/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240223
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20231101T162800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T010910Z
UID:2100-1708387200-1708646399@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:CASC Red Flag: “Touch of Grey” Elder Financial Abuse Program
DESCRIPTION:CASC is pleased to announce a brand-new “Touch of Grey” program for 2024. This program\, which is part of our annual program in partnership with the Virginia State Police and the Virginia insurance industry\, will focus on elder financial and insurance fraud. It will feature speakers from multiple disciplines\, including expert prosecutors\, law enforcement officers\, and investigators with Adult Protective Services and insurance special investigation units. This year’s program will feature instruction by Paul Greenwood\, a nationally-recognized prosecutor and instructor who presented at our 2020 annual summer conference to rave reviews. \nThanks to a special grant from the Virginia State Police\, CASC is delighted to invite not only prosecutors\, Virginia State Police special investigators\, and private insurance special investigators\, but now also local law enforcement and investigators with Adult Protective Services. \nTopics will include many aspects of elder fraud and financial abuse\, such as fraud law\, construction fraud\, ethics\, obtaining financial records and working with financial institutions\, electronic investigations\, and effective interviews and interrogations. \nThe 2024 program will take place February 20 through February 22\, 2024\, in Staunton\, Virginia. \nThanks to a grant from the Virginia State Police and the support of the Commonwealth’s Attorney Training Fund\, there is no cost to attend. \nThere are a limited number of hotel rooms available at the conference hotel. CASC will pay for hotel rooms for the nights of February 20 and February 21 at the conference hotel for attendees who are prosecutors\, law enforcement\, and APS employees who attend. However\, there is a strict cancellation policy\, and attendees who reserve a hotel room but do not attend will be responsible for paying for the cost of their room. \nFor more information\, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/casc-red-flag-touch-of-grey-elder-financial-abuse-program-2/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240228
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20231031T134906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T232151Z
UID:2095-1708905600-1709078399@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Intensive Human Trafficking Training for Prosecutors and Law Enforcement Officers
DESCRIPTION:DCJS\, CASC and the VSP together are offering a free two-day training to both prosecutors and law enforcement on the Investigation and Prosecution of Human  Trafficking.  It will be held in Staunton from February 26 – 27\, 2024. \nThese types of  investigations and prosecutions are very unique.  They require a specific understanding of a nuanced and often misunderstood crime involving a comparatively new law.  Human trafficking cases often are multifaceted and require a complex investigative and prosecutorial skill set.  To effectively build this skill set\, it is imperative that stakeholders receive a solid foundational understanding of human trafficking.  Using a data driven approach\, this program provides practical\, effective training for law enforcement and prosecutors to promote best practices and outcomes in the response to human trafficking. \nThis program\, developed in partnership with the Human Trafficking Institute in Washington D.C.\, will increase the overall awareness and understanding of human trafficking and dispel common myths and misconceptions through the use of data.  Students will leave with an understanding and working knowledge of applicable laws\, as well as a greater ability to identify victims and to complete successful investigations and prosecutions.  A final goal will be to improve Virginia’s collaborative response to combatting this enormous issue. \nThe program is free.  Lodging for two nights (February 25th and 26th) will be provided\, if requested\, for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site.  Free parking is available.  Breakfast and lunch will be provided free of charge both days. Dinner will be on your own and not reimbursed. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility. \nSeats are limited.  By registering to attend\, you are agreeing to attend and participate in the entire two-day program.   CLE’s and PIC credits will be provided. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/intensive-human-trafficking-training-for-prosecutors-and-law-enforcement-officers/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240418
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20230605T192706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T011236Z
UID:1991-1713052800-1713398399@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Spring Institute 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Spring Institute program agenda is a multi-track continuing legal education program offering up to 18 hours of live MCLE credits\, emphasizing ethics\, recent legislative enactments\, recent judicial decisions\, current developments in criminal law. Attendance is open to all Virginia prosecutors. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu \nClick here to register. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/spring-institute-2024/
LOCATION:–\, Norfolk\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240418
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20240103T201241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T044207Z
UID:3337-1713052800-1713398399@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Zoom Limited Simulcast - 2024 Spring Institute
DESCRIPTION:CASC is offering a limited simulcast of the 2024 Spring Institute.  We will be simulcasting ONLY the General Sessions and Track A.   \nAny Virginia prosecutor may attend the 2024 Spring Institute in person or via the Zoom limited simulcast.  You may not register for both.   If you already have registered to attend the 2024 Spring Institute and you would like to switch to the limited Zoom simulcast option\, you may do so\, but your in-person registration will be cancelled.   This decision will be final and you will not be able to change. \nCASC needs to know well in advance how many people will attend Spring Institute online or in-person.  Registration for the limited Zoom simulcast option will be open until Friday\, March 29\, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.\n \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu \n Click here to register. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/zoom-limited-simulcast-2024-spring-institute/
LOCATION:Online\, ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20231128T164505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T192725Z
UID:3190-1714348800-1714521599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Intensive Human Trafficking Training for Prosecutors and Law Enforcement Officers
DESCRIPTION:DCJS\, CASC and the VSP together are offering a free two-day training to both prosecutors and law enforcement on the Investigation and Prosecution of Human  Trafficking.  It will be held in Williamsburg April 29 – 30\, 2024. \nThese types of  investigations and prosecutions are very unique.  They require a specific understanding of a nuanced and often misunderstood crime involving a comparatively new law.  Human trafficking cases often are multifaceted and require a complex investigative and prosecutorial skill set.  To effectively build this skill set\, it is imperative that stakeholders receive a solid foundational understanding of human trafficking.  Using a data driven approach\, this program provides practical\, effective training for law enforcement and prosecutors to promote best practices and outcomes in the response to human trafficking. \nThis program\, developed in partnership with the Human Trafficking Institute in Washington D.C.\, will increase the overall awareness and understanding of human trafficking and dispel common myths and misconceptions through the use of data.  Students will leave with an understanding and working knowledge of applicable laws\, as well as a greater ability to identify victims and to complete successful investigations and prosecutions.  A final goal will be to improve Virginia’s collaborative response to combatting this enormous issue. \nThe program is free.  Lodging for two nights (April 28th and 29th) will be provided\, if requested\, for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site.  Free parking is available.  Breakfast and lunch will be provided free of charge both days. Dinner will be on your own and not reimbursed. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility. \nSeats are limited.  By registering to attend\, you are agreeing to attend and participate in the entire two-day program.   CLE’s and PIC credits will be provided. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/intensive-human-trafficking-training-for-prosecutors-and-law-enforcement-officers-2/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240503
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20240130T195935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T200451Z
UID:4545-1714608000-1714694399@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Asset Forfeiture: Law and Procedure
DESCRIPTION:This program is designed for prosecutors\, law enforcement\, and civilian asset forfeiture coordinators. This one-day class will cover the basics of asset forfeiture law and procedure\, as well as administrative requirements. Instructors include experienced law enforcement officers and prosecutors from the field\, as well as DCJS forfeiture program staff. DCJS also plans to provide hands-on training for the DCJS FASP system. \nThe program will be held in Williamsburg.  Lunch will be provided courtesy of the Virginia Criminal Justice Foundation. \nPre-registration is REQUIRED. There is no registration fee but CASC will not be reimbursing any expenses for this program. \nA hotel block with a limited number of rooms at the conference hotel will be available. Information will be provided to attendees regarding the hotel block and program details after registration. \nFor more information\, contact Elliott J. Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu or 757-585-4370. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/asset-forfeiture-law-and-procedure-2/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240525
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20230822T184638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T141336Z
UID:2051-1716076800-1716595199@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Investigation and Prosecution of Drug Cases ("TOP GUN XXIX")
DESCRIPTION:TOP GUN is an intensive\, workshop-style\, interactive training course on the prosecution of drug cases\, one of CASC’s longest running programs having been offered since 1992\, now in its 29th year! Attendance is limited to 20 teams\, each of which consists of a prosecutor and a law enforcement investigator from a given jurisdiction. This program covers the latest developments in the law\, the criminal practices used\, and the latest illegal drug types and their usage. The training will be held in Williamsburg. This is a five-day program which begins on the afternoon of Sunday\, May 19 and ends on Friday\, May 24 at noon. There is no tuition: housing\, a private hotel room will be provided to attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site\, and all meals are either provided or reimbursed. Mileage to and from the program is not covered. \nACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Upon completion of the online registration a link to download an application will be emailed to each team member to be completed and returned to CASC. \nFor more information\, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu  \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/investigation-and-prosecution-of-drug-cases-top-gun-xxix-2/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240608
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20230906T145614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T011312Z
UID:2053-1717286400-1717804799@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Trial Advocacy Program
DESCRIPTION:The Trial Advocacy Program is an intensive five-day program offered for Commonwealth’s Attorneys and their Assistants at all levels of experience\, offering approximately 25 CLE hours. Attendees spend approximately 8 hours at lectures and demonstrations given by prosecutors and physicians covering medical\, legal and tactical aspects of the prosecution of child abusers\, focusing on abusive head trauma cases. The remaining time is spent in small workshop groups discussing and practicing case analysis\, trial strategy\, opening statements\, direct examination\, cross-examination and closing argument in the context of a hypothetical abusive head trauma case. Attendees will be assigned to workshop groups. Wednesday afternoon is free time.  Attendance is limited to 40 students. Lodging is provided and all meals are provided or reimbursed at the state per diem rate. Travel to and from the training is not covered. \nACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Upon completion of the online registration a link to download an application will be emailed to you to be completed and returned to CASC by March 29\, 2024.  Attendance at all sessions of the program is mandatory. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/trial-advocacy-program-6/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240805
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20231109T195944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T183816Z
UID:2116-1722470400-1722815999@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Annual Summer Conference
DESCRIPTION:The VACA 85th Annual Summer Conference will be held August 1 – August 4\, 2024 at the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront.\n \nThis single-track continuing legal education program offering approximately 12.0 MCLE credits is open to all Virginia prosecutors. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/annual-summer-conference-4/
LOCATION:–\, Virginia Beach\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240911
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20240402T161315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T164036Z
UID:5537-1725926400-1726012799@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:CIIFER: Zero Day
DESCRIPTION:CIIFER: ZERO DAY is CASC’s new basic digital evidence course for prosecutors and law enforcement. Immediately preceding CASC’s annual CIIFER electronic evidence conference\, ZERO DAY is a one-day\, basic course to introduce basic legal and technical concepts to newcomers to digital evidence collection. The program will include prosecutor and law enforcement instructors. Registration is open to prosecutors and law enforcement who are seeking very basic instruction on the fundamental legal and technical concepts involved in collecting and analyzing digital evidence. \nAttendees will be responsible for making and paying for their own hotel reservation\, and CASC will not be reimbursing travel expenses. \nClick here to register. \nFor more information\, contact Elliott J. Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/ciifer-zero-day-2/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240913
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20240402T160739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T160739Z
UID:5534-1726012800-1726185599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:CIIFER: Cyberattacks\, Internet Investigations\, Forensic Analysis and Electronic Records: Digital Evidence conference for Prosecutors and Law Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:CIIFER is CASC’s new digital evidence conference\, a two-day statewide conference welcoming prosecutors and law enforcement for a multi-track agenda that will include in-depth basic and advanced training on cyber-attacks\, forensic analysis of digital devices\, and obtaining digital records from third parties such as cellphone and internet providers. This program will include subject-matter experts from multiple disciplines as well as representatives from some of the nation’s largest internet-service providers. Prosecutors and law enforcement of all experience levels are welcome. \nAttendees will be responsible for making and paying for their own hotel reservation\, and CASC will not be reimbursing travel expenses. \nClick here to register. \nFor more information\, contact Elliott J. Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu or 757-585-4370. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/ciifer-cyberattacks-internet-investigations-forensic-analysis-and-electronic-records-digital-evidence-conference-for-prosecutors-and-law-enforcement-3/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240928
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20230822T184206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T010529Z
UID:2049-1726963200-1727481599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Prosecutor Bootcamp: A Comprehensive Training for the New Prosecutor
DESCRIPTION:Prosecutor Bootcamp is a week-long intensive training for the new prosecutor.  It will be held in Staunton\, Virginia. This program is open to prosecutors with three years or less experience. Specific topics to be covered include trial skills\, evidentiary issues\, practice in General District and Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court\, work-life balance\, and legal writing\, among others. \nLodging will be provided for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the program venue.  Meals will be provided or reimbursed\, but mileage to and from the program is not covered. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive a confirmation email with further details. This training is limited to 30 students who will be accepted on a first come\, first served basis\, with a preference for one attendee per jurisdiction. Multiple attendees from the same jurisdiction will be considered if space is available. \nFor more information\, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/prosecutor-bootcamp-a-comprehensive-training-for-the-new-prosecutor-7/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20240702T150254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T231009Z
UID:7695-1727690400-1727712000@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Leadership Training
DESCRIPTION:This one-day leadership development course designed for Virginia’s management and senior-level prosecutors promotes the learning of leadership habits and practices ideally suited to improve productivity\, professional achievement\, office culture\, and employee engagement and retention.  Attendees will work in groups to create a leadership plan that strategically combines personal motivations\, strengths\, emotional intelligence\, and leadership behaviors. Each plan will be uniquely tailored to address the attendees’ experience\, responsibilities\, and aspirations. \nThis program is open to all supervisory level Virginia prosecutors. It is limited to 34 attendees.  Lunch will be provided and parking will be reimbursed. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu. \nClick here to register \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/leadership-training-2/
LOCATION:–\, Richmond\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241012
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20230906T182741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T231119Z
UID:2071-1728172800-1728691199@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Trauma to Trial
DESCRIPTION:CASC again is offering Trauma to Trial\, our 6-day course on the topic of investigating and prosecuting adult non-stranger sexual assaults.   The training is open to 12 prosecutor/law enforcement teams. \nThe program is free.  Lodging for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site and parking will be provided and meals will be reimbursed at state per diem rates. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility. \nSpace is limited to 12 teams. Teams are to be comprised of two members from the same jurisdiction. Since there have been substantial changes to the content of this course\, anyone who attended prior to 2017 may re-apply if they wish to attend again. \nACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Upon completion of the online registration a link to download an application will be emailed to both team members to be completed and returned to CASC. \nFor more information contact Nancy Oglesby\, noglesby@wm.edu. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/trauma-to-trial-4/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241114
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20231109T194858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T020345Z
UID:2107-1731196800-1731542399@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Murder One: Basic Homicide Prosecution
DESCRIPTION:A four-day training program for approximately 40 prosecutors on essential homicide prosecution skills to include Ethics: Discovery\, Exculpatory Evidence. The training will cover all aspects of preparing and trying a successful homicide case from voir dire to closing argument. Emphasis will be on investigations and working with witnesses\, evidence gathering and presentation\, preparation of expert witnesses and forensics as well as meeting common defenses including alibi\, NGRI\, misidentifications\, causation of death and self-defense. \nLodging for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the venue and all meals\, will be provided or reimbursed but mileage to and from the program will not be covered. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/murder-one-basic-homicide-prosecution-5/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241117
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20231109T194915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T020313Z
UID:2109-1731456000-1731801599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Murder Two: Advanced Homicide Prosecution
DESCRIPTION:A four-day training program for approximately 40 prosecutors on advanced homicide prosecution skills to include Ethics: Discovery\, Exculpatory Evidence. The training will examine difficult challenges in homicide cases\, including child homicides\, multi-defendant cases\, no-body and cold cases. This training will also examine advanced issues such as mental health defenses and aggravated murder cases. Previous attendance at one of CASC’s Homicide programs is a pre-requisite\, unless CASC permission is granted. \nLodging for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the venue and all meals will be provided or reimbursed\, but mileage to and from the program will not be covered. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/murder-two-advanced-homicide-prosecution-5/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241207
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20230906T183728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T011000Z
UID:2074-1733270400-1733529599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Executive Program 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Executive Program is a training seminar devoted to management issues\, with attendance restricted to the 120 elected Commonwealth’s Attorneys and their Chief Deputies. The program addresses leadership skills\, office management\, case management\, employment practices and personnel issues\, police relations\, press and public relations and other topics important to prosecutors in leadership positions. \nFor more information\, contact Elliott J. Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu or 757-585-4370. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/executive-program-5/
LOCATION:–\, Charlottesville\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250117
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20240830T155150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T223536Z
UID:10323-1736726400-1737071999@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Combatting Commercial Sex Trafficking and Forced Labor in Virginia:  A Comprehensive Training for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors
DESCRIPTION:CASC\, DCJS and the VSP together are offering a free four-day training to both prosecutors and law enforcement on the investigation and prosecution of commercial sex trafficking and forced labor.  It will be held in Williamsburg from January 13 – 16\, 2025. \nThis program\, developed in partnership with the Human Trafficking Institute in Washington D.C.\, will increase the overall awareness and understanding of commercial sex trafficking\, forced labor and illicit massage businesses.  It will dispel common myths and misconceptions through the use of data and create an understanding and working knowledge of the applicable forced labor and commercial sex trafficking laws.  It will further increase victim identification and improve human trafficking investigations and prosecutions and will improve the collaborative response to combatting trafficking in the Commonwealth of Virginia. \nThe program is free.  Lodging will be provided\, if requested\, for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site.  Free parking is available.  Breakfast and lunch will be provided free of charge each day. Dinner will be on your own and not reimbursed. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility. \nSeats are limited.  By registering to attend\, you are agreeing to attend and participate in the entire four-day program.   CLE’s and PIC credits will be provided. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/combatting-commercial-sex-trafficking-and-forced-labor-in-virginia-a-comprehensive-training-for-law-enforcement-and-prosecutors/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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